Using a grate for the fire is actually better. You want the wood to burn completely, and not be suffocated by the ash build up.
Air can flow (over, around,under) the fire and be heated. So you get a large amount of hot air combined with a clean burning fire gives you good quality smoke.
Check out how Aaron Franklin leaves his doors open most of the time and maintains temp with the amount of fuel (wood)
Air can flow (over, around,under) the fire and be heated. So you get a large amount of hot air combined with a clean burning fire gives you good quality smoke.
Check out how Aaron Franklin leaves his doors open most of the time and maintains temp with the amount of fuel (wood)
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